Before: The narrative has evolved over time and as different cultures have studied it differing interpretations have developed. No matter the interpretation of Rahab that one has, it is agreed that she fulfills an essential role in the Israelites conquering of Jericho. Of the varying interpretations, the Western feminist view of Rahab’s narrative focuses on her role as a hero in the Israelites conquering of Jericho, however the postcolonial interpretation that considers Rahab as a colonized person is more representational of her status in the book of Joshua.
After: The narrative has evolved over time and as different cultures have studied it differing interpretations have developed. No matter the interpretation of Rahab that one has, biblical scholars agree that she fulfills an essential role in the Israelites conquering of Jericho. Of the varying interpretations, the Western feminist view of Rahab’s narrative focuses on her role as a hero for the Israelites. If you were to evaluate Rahab's point of view of events you might see that the postcolonial interpretation that considers Rahab as a colonized person is more representational of her status in the book of Joshua.
I think removing the passive voice makes the piece overall easier to read. I like including the you in it. I think it does make the reader more engaged and begin to consider the work from their own viewpoint.