The death of a Saudi man at his mother's burial made headlines across the kingdom earlier this week. 

According to Twasul news site, the deceased, Suleiman Mohammad Al Qunaiter, had attended his mother's funeral and burial in Riyadh on Saturday. 

During the burial prayers, the man fell over the grave and was immediately transferred to a nearby hospital but was pronounced dead soon after. 

Al Qunaiter, who worked as an educator, was buried right next to his mother, just hours after her funeral. 

His tragic death sparked a meltdown on Saudi social media, with thousands reacting to his story. 

Al Qunaiter's death saddened thousands

"My heart aches"

"His heart broke over his mom's death"

"We buried him next to his mother"

Many prayed for both mother and son

"May God unite them in heaven"