You're dodging the intent of the question. There have been millions of people, before and after Jesus, who couldn't possibly have heard the "message". If god had given his message at the beginning of time, you might have an argument.
Should one come to the conclusion, based on your answer, that anyone who died before Jesus was born was reserved a special place in Hell? It is obvious that they couldnt accept Jesus as their Saviour since Jesus wasnt even born yet.
Or was there a different standard in those days?
Seems kinda strange that a religion bases it's salvation on whether or not one has been told about it or not. Millions are burning in hell right now for the simple fact that no one ever told them about Jesus to begin with. The meek shall inherit the Earth and the ignorant will burn and suffer in Hell forever....nice.
I know..Only God has the answers....How convenient.