Even though Zoroastrianism is considered by many scholars to be a "founding" basis for the three Abrahamic religions (e.g. concept of duality, monotheism, messiah, judgement, etc.), I have never heard dr JBP even speak of a hint of its existence or influence on the big three.

Similarly, Persia has been named in the Bible 33 times, Cyrus 19 times, Darius 15 times, and other Persian people and places over 148 times. Cyrus is seen as a Messiah whose his existence was prophesized by prophet Isiah (correct me if I'm wrong).

Therefore, I would like to know if dr JBP has mentioned the above anywhere at anytime at all. Or does he choose to ignore their existence in Biblical literature? Perhaps I can assume that to dr JBP the above it not important or has little significance of value?

Respectfully.

ps. Maybe this little video could help explain my second point:

https://youtu.be/mURWJfSpS7k?si=z2ZUL43Q7XVQXnab