SUBSEQUENT EVENTS Narrative (Details) - PLICO - Subsequent Event $ in Millions	Jan. 18, 2018 USD ($)
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Aggregate statutory reserves for reinsurance agreement	$ 13,000
Capital investment by PLICO of reinsurance recoverables	$ 1,170

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