Recuerdo de un jurista integral. Javier Hervada (1934-2020).

The text is a tribute to the jurist Javier Hervada, a distinguished professor of Canon Law and Philosophy of Law, who passed away in 2020. Hervada focused on the search and development of the foundations of legal institutions and conducted studies in Philosophy of Law. He published several books on these topics, with his most relevant work being "Critical Introduction to Natural Law". The article highlights his contribution to the contemporary theory of human rights from a natural law philosophical perspective. Hervada founded the journal Humana Iura in 1991 and mentions his outstanding career as a professor, researcher, and university director, as well as the distinctions and recognitions he received throughout his life. His comprehensive approach to life and his rejection of the individualistic and subjectivist drift of human rights are emphasized. In conclusion, the importance of Hervada as a reference for classical natural law and his commitment to the promotion of knowledge and ethical formation in the field of law are highlighted. [Extracted from the article]