The event that significantly undermined the idea of the divine right of kings in England was the English Civil War (1642-1651). This conflict arose from tensions between King Charles I and Parliament over issues of governance and authority. The execution of Charles I in 1649 and the subsequent establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell marked a pivotal shift in political power, highlighting the rejection of absolute monarchy and divine right. Ultimately, the Glorious Revolution of 1688 further solidified parliamentary sovereignty over royal authority.
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