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Commitments And Contingent Liabilities (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Legal Contingencies [Abstract] |  |  |
Standby letters of credit terms, in years | 5 years |  |
Rent expense | $ 394 | $ 431 | $ 430

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