Answer

Yes, you can use an electronic finger jap counter for doing jaap of Arihanta Nāma, as long as it helps you maintain focus, devotion, and regularity.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, the most important part of jaap is:

• Pure intention
• Concentration
• Faith in Arihant Parmatma
• Calm and respectful chanting
• Awareness of the meaning

Traditionally, many people use a mālā for counting jaap. An electronic finger counter is only a counting tool. If it helps you avoid distraction and complete your fixed number of jaap, it may be used respectfully.

For Arihanta Nāma jaap, you may chant with devotion such as:

• “Arihant”
• “Namo Arihantāṇam”

Spiritual Understanding

The power of jaap does not come from the counter itself. It comes from bhāv — inner devotion, humility, and remembrance of the qualities of Arihant Bhagwan.

While doing jaap, try to remember that Arihant Parmatma is free from attachment, hatred, anger, pride, deceit, greed, and all inner enemies. Meditating on Arihant helps purify our own thoughts.

Takeaway

You may use an electronic finger jap counter, but use it as a simple aid. The main focus should remain on Arihant Bhagwan, not on the device.