DAC, VOBA, DSI, and DFEL (Estimated Future Amortization of VOBA) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Estimated future amortization of VOBA, net of interest [Abstract]
2014	$ 85
2015	78
2016	71
2017	68
2018	$ 68

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Expected amortization expense in the fifth year after the balance sheet date of the present value of the future profits of long-duration contracts acquired in a purchase of an insurance enterprise.

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Expected amortization expense in the fourth year after the balance sheet date of the present value of the future profits of long-duration contracts acquired in a purchase of an insurance enterprise.

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Expected amortization expense in the first year after the balance sheet date of the present value of the future profits of long-duration contracts acquired in a purchase of an insurance enterprise.

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Expected amortization expense in the third year after the balance sheet date of the present value of the future profits of long-duration contracts acquired in a purchase of an insurance enterprise.

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Expected amortization expense in the second year after the balance sheet date of the present value of the future profits of long-duration contracts acquired in a purchase of an insurance enterprise.

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