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Separate Accounts (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Schedule of Fair Value of Separate Accounts by Major Category of Investment [Line Items]    
Reserves $ 4,350,995 $ 4,032,895
By withdrawal characteristics: Subject to discretionary withdrawal at fair value 4,350,995 4,032,895
Total reserves 4,350,995 4,032,895
Premiums, considerations or deposits
   
Schedule of Fair Value of Separate Accounts by Major Category of Investment [Line Items]    
Reserves 240,965 363,169
Reserves: For accounts with assets values at fair value
   
Schedule of Fair Value of Separate Accounts by Major Category of Investment [Line Items]    
Reserves $ 4,350,995 $ 4,032,895