Statements of Financial Position (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Fixed maturities, available-for-sale, amortized cost	$ 4,110,133	$ 4,838,695	[1]
Available-for-sale equity securities amortized cost basis	$ 18	$ 2,510	[1]

[1] Prior period’s amounts are presented on a basis consistent with the current period presentation.